Lead Cook — Fast-Paced Hospital Kitchen (Daily Pay)

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare hot foods for patients, staff and guests. The role requires leadership coverage in the absence of managers and adherence to recipes and sanitation standards.

You will handle high-volume, batch cooking in a fast-paced hospital environment, and accommodate special dietary requests while supporting team members and ensuring quality and cost control.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-5 years of experience in cooking or food service.
• Lead cook responsibilities in department management in absence of managers/leads.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items according to standardized recipes, guidelines and sanitation standards.
• Checks food quality and temperatures.
• Maintains cost control and minimizes waste.
• Accommodates special dietary requests.
• Assists with other dietary team members and leads in absence of management.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Barnes-Jewish Hospital is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare hot foods for patients, staff and guests. The role requires leadership coverage in the absence of managers and adherence to recipes and sanitation standards.

You will handle high-volume, batch cooking in a fast-paced hospital environment, and accommodate special dietary requests while supporting team members and ensuring quality and cost control.